Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-04-2026, 02:38 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-04-2026, 12:45 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,019
Re: Optimum RPM for shifting?
I learned to shift a ‘58 brand x 6 cylinder with no clutch at all while taxiing Navy pilots at Miramar. It went very smoothly till I shifted into first in front of the admin building. That gravel...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-02-2026, 09:38 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 8,449
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-02-2026, 05:19 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,423
Re: 1935 pickup side window mechanism
Nope. Each is different side to side, even between same sides on different models of the same years. Regulators are not cheap, so examine closely to determine if repairable. Gear teeth can be welded...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-30-2026, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,287
Re: Brakes Siezing
Brake drums will develop minor surface rust if not used often enough. First application of brakes after sitting for a while will remove that surface rust, which causes a shuddering of the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-29-2026, 10:39 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,669
Re: Excellent Article on Oil...
Sounds like you’re mixing cast iron skillet smarts with camshaft lubrication. I guess that does make sense though, you sure don’t want your fried foods to stick to your camshaft!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-21-2026, 01:54 AM
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Replies: 5
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Re: What is enough fuel pressure?
You won't get a steady pressure reading on a gauge between pump and carburetor, as the carburetor's needle valve will open and shut as required. An accurate reading can be had by capping the Tee and...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-19-2026, 07:56 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,465
Re: Penetrating Oil Information
3 ounces of Marvel Mystery Oil in the washer with your work clothes imparts that most elusive aroma of Master Mechanic. A side benefit: You’ll have no further need for deodorant or skin moisturizer.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-18-2026, 06:10 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,465
Re: Penetrating Oil Information
The reason our economy is strong: The American public is conditioned to believe that highly advertised products at inflated prices must surely be better than can be made inexpensively at home.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-18-2026, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,313
Re: Surf boards? No thanks
Ray, you’re not thinking straight. For your next trip to the beach, you can request your caretaker to strap your rocking chair to the roof rack, and you can have a clear view of all the girlies.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-18-2026, 12:55 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,313
Re: Surf boards? No thanks
Gary, you got me beat with your repro hook. I've always been reluctant to fork out the green on something i could fabricate from junk I saved, so I made a rack for my old Suburban from a steel bed...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-17-2026, 08:28 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 812
Re: Ol' Ron
A character, all right, I think he thoroughly enjoyed exaggerating his New England accent.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-15-2026, 09:34 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 434
Re: ‘37 -‘39 steering box wanna-be
Excellent advice. I thank you all for your help. Now my friend will have an informed choice to make, as he has both his original ‘36 box and a ‘38 box, both rebuilt.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-14-2026, 01:05 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 434
‘37 -‘39 steering box wanna-be
A friend has a ‘38 steering box to install in his ‘36, but has only the ‘36 mounting bracket that must be drilled, or is it his frame to be drilled? Can anyone provide exact locations for the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-13-2026, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 15
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Re: overheating.. looking for suggestions
Speaking of opinions, I have a couple about your advice. Yes, there is a good reason for thermostats, and only one reason for no thermostats: On a race car, the restriction costs horsepower.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-12-2026, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 536
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-06-2026, 06:42 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 365
Re: '36-'39 Shit Lever
Just going by the title, I've got one of those levers (in white porcelain) on my toilet. :D
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-06-2026, 11:58 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 991
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-05-2026, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 795
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-04-2026, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 253
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-04-2026, 07:46 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 728
Re: Early Ford juice brakes
The excentics are able to spin 360˚ round and round. Spin until the tightest spot is located on each adjuster. Make adjustments to the top adjuster before and after the bottoms. As your shoes are not...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-04-2026, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 728
Re: Early Ford juice brakes
I agree with Kiwi on the lower eccentrics. When you shift to drive with your automatic, the wheels jerk slightly from the shifting action, centering the shoes and lowering the pedal slightly. Those...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-03-2026, 02:01 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 795
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-02-2026, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 260
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-01-2026, 10:41 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 393
Re: Australian 1938 Ford Standard Roadster
Trevor, the red Roadster could not have been American, as it is a Standard, but shares the Club Cabriolet top and back seat. An oddity also, is the position of the windshield wipers, as no Ford I...
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